Bills secure victory over Texans in Houston, 36-31
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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

The Buffalo Bills defeated the Houston Texans 36-31 at NRG Stadium on September 13, marking Buffalo's first win in Houston since 2006. Quarterback Josh Allen played a key role, completing numerous long passes that highlighted an explosive offense. Defensively, Ed Oliver and Deone Walker stood out, contributing significantly to the team's success, although Buffalo's secondary showed signs of needing time to adapt to a new scheme. The Bills utilized multiple tight ends effectively, demonstrating a varied offensive strategy.
- •Josh Allen led the Bills with multiple long touchdown passes.
- •Buffalo achieved 36 points against a strong Texans defense.
- •Deone Walker recorded a significant sack during the game.
- •The Bills' defense struggled with coverage on Houston's final drive.
- •Buffalo's use of multiple tight ends marked a strategic shift.
- 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — This is what I took away from Bills 36-31 win over the Texans
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